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Clippers vs. Wizards prediction: Why Clippers are favored to win Monday's NBA matchup [1/19/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Los Angeles Clippers vs Washington Wizards predictions for NBA Monday.
The Washington Wizards and Los Angeles Clippers will meet in NBA action at Capital One Arena on Monday, with tipoff at 3:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Clippers vs. Wizards game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Wizards lineup will feature players like Alex Sarr, Kyshawn George and Tre Johnson, while the Clippers will be led by James Harden, Ivica Zubac and John Collins.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Clippers vs. Wizards prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NBA game between the Clippers and Wizards 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Clippers a 71% chance of defeating the Wizards. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 116-109.
According to our model, the Wizards (+6.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 226.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Clippers vs. Wizards odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Clippers | Wizards |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -6.5 (-110) | +6.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -270 | +235 |
| Total | o226.5 (-110) | u226.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Clippers vs. Wizards picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Wizards +6.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Wizards | +235 |
| Total | Under 226.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Wizards +6.5 at the spread.
Clippers vs. Wizards player props
Betting on Clippers vs. Wizards NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Capital One Arena.
James Harden is expected to lead the Clippers with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists, while Alex Sarr is projected to have 16 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists for the Wizards.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Clippers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Clippers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Harden | 27 | 5 | 10 | 3 | 55 |
| Ivica Zubac | 17 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 40 |
| John Collins | 17 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 31 |
| Jordan Miller | 13 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 30 |
| Kobe Sanders | 10 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 23 |
Wizards prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Wizards:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Sarr | 16 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 35 |
| Kyshawn George | 15 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| Tre Johnson | 15 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 27 |
| Bub Carrington | 13 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 32 |
| Khris Middleton | 12 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 26 |
Clippers vs. Wizards game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Wizards and Clippers at Capital One Arena is scheduled to commence at 3:00 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Washington Wizards
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM ET/12:00PM PT
- Venue: Capital One Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 71% win probability, will likely beat the Wizards on Monday, with James Harden projected for a game-high 55 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Clippers vs. Wizards insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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